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Government Legislation On Academic Freedom Sign Of New Hope For Universities
Thursday, 19 December 2024, 8:15 pm | Free Speech Union
Legislation changes announced by the Government today signals that academic freedom can still be restored to university campuses. New Zealand universities have consistently shown they’re not fulfilling their obligations to uphold academic freedom; this ... More >>
Misrepresentation Of Private Member’s Bill Obscures Potential For Abuse
Wednesday, 18 December 2024, 4:35 pm | Free Speech Union
Since discussing his Member's Bill with media on Monday morning, Greg Fleming MP has consistently made three claims that are clearly and patently false about his attempts to make it easier for Police to recover costs from private events. More >>
Free Speech Union Launches Memberships To Protect Voices Of Media Professionals And Religious Leaders
Tuesday, 17 December 2024, 8:15 pm | Free Speech Union
The Free Speech Union has launched its final two professional memberships, for media professionals and religious leaders, bringing the total number of professional membership options up to seven. Media and religious leaders rely on the fundamental human right ... More >>
Push For Police To Charge For Presence At Public Events A Deterrent On Free Speech
Monday, 16 December 2024, 3:45 pm | Free Speech Union
Police have a duty to protect the public from physical harm, and the public fund them to do so. Event organisers should not be put off hosting events due to imposed costs from Police. More >>
Minister Reverses Visa Denial, Allows Candace Owens Access To New Zealand: Massive Win For Kiwis’ Free Speech
Thursday, 12 December 2024, 3:54 pm | Free Speech Union
Those calling for censorship should take note: denying Owens’ entry into the country has simply widened interest in her. Those who disagree with Owens should channel that into counter speech and peaceful protest – cancellation won’t get us anywhere. More >>
Free Speech Union To Sue Hutt City Council Over Breach Of Bill Of Rights Act
Monday, 9 December 2024, 6:53 am | Free Speech Union
Hutt City Ratepayers Deserve To Think For Themselves, And The Council Has A Responsibility To Uphold Free Speech Under The Bill Of Rights Act. We’re Ensuring That The Council And Chief Executive Are Held Accountable. More >>
Waikato District Council Blocks – Just One – Advocacy Website From Staff Access
Friday, 29 November 2024, 9:05 pm | Free Speech Union
We were notified that WDC has restricted staff from accessing www.treaty.nz on the basis that it belongs to an advocacy organisation. Restricting internet use in this way undermines the right to seek and receive information outlined in section 14 of ... More >>
Decision To Bar Candace Owens From Entry Into New Zealand Arguably Unlawful: Action Pending
Thursday, 28 November 2024, 9:19 pm | Free Speech Union
A sophisticated country is able to deal with opinions that some find controversial, distasteful, or even dangerous. The most mature way to deal with these views is to challenge and rebut them, not to exclude them from the conversation. More >>
Free Speech Union And Taupo District Council Agree To Resolve Conflict Over Julian Batchelor Event Cancellation
Monday, 25 November 2024, 3:26 pm | Free Speech Union
“We were pleased to meet with the Free Speech Union to resolve this matter. We are committed to respecting the speech rights of all Taupō residents,” says Julie Gardyne, Chief Executive of Taupō District Council. More >>
Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill Likely To Restrict Access To Information, Polling Shows Most Oppose
Friday, 22 November 2024, 8:56 pm | Free Speech Union
At first glance, the Bill could look like a positive way to support journalism, and mainstream media have shown support for it. However, polling shows that voters are sceptical. More >>
New Police Commissioner Must Ensure Speech Rights Are At Heart Of Law Enforcement
Friday, 22 November 2024, 11:29 am | Free Speech Union
“Free speech is inextricable from the rule of law and our democracy. We’ve contacted Chambers to extend our support as he ensures the speech rights of all Kiwis are upheld. We highlighted recent examples where this has not been the case within the Police ... More >>
Free Speech Union Welcomes Government’s Intent To Put ‘Name Suppression’ Decisions Into Hands Of Sex Offense Victims
Thursday, 21 November 2024, 6:59 pm | Free Speech Union
“Usually the judge decides whether a convicted sex offender acquires name suppression or not, a decision that is made after the victim’s perspective is considered. The proposed changes would mean victims now would have the right to choose themselves." More >>
Free Speech Union Endorses Carter’s Copyright (Parody And Satire) Amendment Bill, But It Raises Questions
Wednesday, 13 November 2024, 6:36 pm | Free Speech Union
We commend the Green Party’s Bill to protect the speech rights of creators, artists, and commentators who are regularly targets of censorship. We hope this represents the turning of a new leaf in their defence of all speech rights. More >>
Free Speech Union Launches Professional Memberships For Teachers To Defend Free Speech In The Classroom
Saturday, 9 November 2024, 3:42 pm | Free Speech Union
Our industry-specific memberships allow individuals to be united with those working in similar environments so that they’re not alone when they choose to speak on issues important to them. More >>
Police Back Down On Policing 'Hate Speech': A Massive Win For Free Speech
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 5:44 pm | Free Speech Union
“Key outcomes include that the training is being completely redesigned and the definition of 'hate crime' is being reset, connecting explicitly to the Police's responsibility to protect 'physical safety'. More >>
Police Withdraw Charges After Arrest For Engaging In Debate, A Huge Victory For Free Speech
Monday, 4 November 2024, 11:46 am | Free Speech Union
Burns was arrested, taken to Police cells, and charged under section 1(4)(b) of the Summary Offences Act for 'offensive language'. More >>
Free Speech Union Urges Immigration NZ Not To Follow Australia’s Bad Example And Instead Allow Candace Owens To Visit NZ
Tuesday, 29 October 2024, 4:03 pm | Free Speech Union
“We urge the Minister of Immigration to uphold not just the speech rights of Candace Owens, but more importantly the right for all Kiwis to choose who they listen to." More >>
New Union Membership Option Available For Public Servants In Time For National Workers Day Of Action
Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 5:58 pm | Free Speech Union
The Free Speech Union will stand with public servants in supporting transparency and political neutrality within the walls of government. More >>
Concerning Accounts Of NZ Medical Council Silencing Dissenting Voices Must Be Investigated
Wednesday, 9 October 2024, 7:16 pm | Free Speech Union
These concerning reports are not about the efficacy of the COVID-19 vaccine but rather whether medical professionals were able to exercise professional judgement and use their speech rights to perform their duties ethically. More >>
University of Auckland Senate rightly rejects flawed academic freedom policy after lengthy four-year development process
Saturday, 5 October 2024, 2:06 pm | Free Speech Union
Academic freedom is critical if academics are to be the critic and conscience of society. For free speech policies to achieve their purpose, they cannot come with conditions. This draft policy would have imposed several. More >>
